Spanish-Language Databases
Unless otherwise noted, these resources are available at all Chicago Public Library locations and from home, school or work with a Chicago Public Library card.
Enciclopedia Estudiantil Hallazgos » kid friendly
The Enciclopedia Estudiantil Hallazgos offers encyclopedia articles in Spanish for students in grades two through six. The encyclopedia's list of articles may be browsed in English as well as Spanish, though the articles are entirely in Spanish.
Hispánica Saber: Gran Enciclopedia Hispánica » teen pick
This general encyclopedia from Spanish publisher Editorial Planeta offers articles, images, maps, videos and more for upper-elementary and high school students as well as adults.
Illinois Legal Aid »
Find information, including forms, to help you understand and solve legal problems. The site also provides listings of free legal clinics and attorney referral services.
Illinois Newsstand »
Find articles from local and state newspapers including Extra (2004-present) and La Raza (Dec. 2007-present).
Little Pim » kid friendly
Young children (ages 3 through 6) can learn English and other languages through these interactive, online videos.
Mango Languages » teen pick
Mango Languages offers an online English course for speakers of Spanish. After entering the site, create a profile to track your progress or simply click Start Learning. Then select English Courses under the Courses tab.
MedlinePlus in Spanish » teen pick
MedlinePlus offers answers to everyday (and not so everyday) health questions from trusted sources. Find overviews of conditions and diseases, information on staying healthy, drug information, the latest news from the world of medicine and more.